podcasts Archives - Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean

I’m often asked what to do when things definitely fit into the space (the container concept) but it’s still too much stuff. That’s where your Clutter Threshold comes in. In this episode, I’m talking about when and how to use the Container Concept to declutter and when to focus on your Clutter Threshold. My books […] The post 362: The Container Concept vs The Clutter Threshold appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

It’s that week of the year when it feels right to change EVERYTHING! Since that never actually works out well, I’m sharing five small things you can do right now that will have big impact on your home over the next year. These aren’t things to plan to do, they’re things to actually do. My […] The post 361: Are You Hoarding Your Creativity? appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I loved this conversation with Renee. We discussed: Dealing with paper clutter Helping her mom (who lives with her) with her stuff Finding and maintaining motivation My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon. Want to find a decluttering coach?? Want to BE a decluttering coach??     […] The post 360: Setting Up Systems and Doing Things “Right” in a New Situation appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

It’s that week of the year when it feels right to change EVERYTHING! Since that never actually works out well, I’m sharing five small things you can do right now that will have big impact on your home over the next year. These aren’t things to plan to do, they’re things to actually do. This […] The post 359: 5 Small Things You Can Do Right Now to Change Your Home Next Year appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

This was such an interesting conversation! I think you’ll love hearing from Caroline. She lives on a boat . . . in LONDON! We discussed: how to take things there now when you can’t actually get “there” right “now.” how to decide what containers/furniture pieces are needed before bringing things back into her space. and […] The post 358: Applying the Decluttering Process to ANY situation, even the Ones That Seem TOO Different appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I had a question from someone who feels like she halts her own decluttering progress when she thinks about what her mother would say (or has said) that was meant to be encouraging, but wasn’t. Become a Decluttering Coach! Join Take Your House Back My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find […] The post 357: Helpful vs. Unhelpful Comments/Advice About Decluttering appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

We’re talking through some of Megan’s unique challenges today, such as: How to declutter a full room when you know you need to get rid of lots of containers. How to store very necessary coats when there’s a lack of closets in your home. How to set up an arts and crafts area when the […] The post 356: So Having Lots of Containers Isn’t the Answer? appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Y’all know I don’t like to blame my problems on perfectionism. But, I have been thinking lately about how letting go of (or giving up on) perfect was necessary to make real decluttering progress or progress in my home. I think it’s also important to acknowledge that giving up on perfect isn’t the same thing […] The post 355: Giving Up On Perfect Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I’m talking all about helping others declutter. My five step decluttering process works so well when helping others declutter, so we’re applying it to different relationships and situations. Interested in becoming a Decluttering Coach? My training course is now available for pre-order! It releases on December 1, but those who pre-order will receive a significant […] The post 354: Helping Others Declutter appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In this episode, I’m talking with Dawn of the Minimal Mom on YouTube. We’re talking about toys since she is closer to that stage than I am. She shares the impact decluttering toys had on her kids and the strategies she used to make big changes in her home. Join Take Your House Back My […] The post 353: Trending Towards Minimalism with Toys with Dawn from The Minimal Mom appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I completely understand feeling overwhelmed by clutter. While taking a deep breath is a great first step, I’m talking about other concrete ways to break down the project that is overwhelming you so you can get it done. Interested in my upcoming Decluttering Coach Training and Certification? My books Want to be a patron of […] The post 352: More Advice Than “Take a Deep Breath” When You’re Overwhelmed appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I’m talking about how transformational it is was for me when I got to the point where I could value space in my home over the stuff that had filled it for years. And I’m talking about the process for getting to that point. Organizing for the Rest of Us Patreon Want to know when […] The post 351: The Process of Valuing Space Over Stuff appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I’m answering this question today: My garage is a disaster. It needs total decluttering as well as reorganizing. It’s jam-packed full of things I need to keep, so I can’t use the regular questions. How can I move things around without just making a bigger mess while I do that? My book: Organizing for the […] The post 350: But What About the Stuff I Really Need? appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

This was a fun conversation! Tamara has made so much progress, but now she’s having to adjust everything after a big move and lots of challenges. We discussed: learning to live with 3 generations of people with ADHD when you are not one of them. decluttering while doing all the other stuff (working, parenting, volunteering, […] The post 349: Finding Solutions for Unique Family Members appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In this episode, we discuss: Using storage space in the basement well. Establishing a better system in her home office helping family members without letting their stuff take over Join Take Your House Back My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at Patreon.   --Nony The post 348: Getting Past the Tough Spots appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

It’s hard to stay focused, so it is so important for me to take advantage of the times when I am focused. My books Patreon   --Nony The post 347: How to Take Advantage of Focused Moments in Your Home appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I talk about decluttering for a living. It’s a strangely divisive topic. From people getting defensive about their own homes when you mention working on yours to giving advice you weren’t asking for, I’m talking about talking about decluttering today. My new book: Organizing for the Rest of Us Patreon     --Nony The post 346: Talking to Others about Your Decluttering Journey appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

This was a fun conversation! Sarah has made so much progress, but now she’s having to adjust everything after a big move and lots of challenges. We discussed: Rotating clothes by size and season. Dealing with toys. Figuring out how to arrange the kitchen when the old system won’t work. My books Want to be […] The post 345: Adjusting What Used to Work for New Circumstances appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I’m answering some questions today that all boil down to how to get unstuck as the askers work in their homes. Submit questions to be answered in future podcasts or YouTube videos: https://forms.gle/9rSWag4Xher3RNTT9 The podcast in which I interviewed someone from Goodwill. My books Join us over on Patreon to support the show.     […] The post 344: Getting Unstuck appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

So how do I cure my Time Passage Awareness Disorder? And my other Slob Problems? There are mindset changes and there are strategies. I’m talking about both. My new book: Organizing for the Rest of Us Patreon     --Nony The post 343: The “Cure” for My TPAD and Slob Problems appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

It’s a fact that consistency is the biggest factor in real change. But sometimes, focusing on consistency can backfire for people like me. My new book: Organizing for the Rest of Us Patreon       --Nony The post 342: The Myth of Consistency appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Over the course of my deslobification process, I’ve realized that my extreme frugality was part of the problem. I’ve been thinking a lot about how my definition of value has changed so much, so we’re talking about it this week.   My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how at […] The post 341: Frugality and Changing the Definition of Value appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Today, I’m sharing a state of the home report. How did our house fare during the loosey-goosey summer? How has all the decluttering and routine-creating helped things function during out of routine times? Join Take Your House Back My new book: Organizing for the Rest of Us My books Want to be a patron of […] The post 340: State of the Home Report ’22 appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In today’s podcast, I answer several questions and (try to) help break through the overthinking that’s behind the questions. I’m an overthinker, too, so I get it. But breaking through my overthinking has been essential to making progress in my home. My new book: Organizing for the Rest of Us (get the flow chart here) […] The post 339: Breaking through the Overthinking About Your Clutter appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I love this episode and my guest’s incredible honesty. My guest today is a mental health professional and is working on her own home. I think you’ll find her insights to be incredibly helpful no matter your situation. My books Join us over on Patreon to support the show.     --Nony The post 338: Real Progress in a Hoarding Situation Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I enjoyed this conversation with Greg so much! His job is to clean up hard-to-clean things, and part of that is helping out in hoarding situations. I think you’ll find it encouraging and helpful!   Organizing for the Rest of Us My books Join us over on Patreon to support the show.     […] The post 337: Discussion with a Hoarding Cleanout Expert: What is the Process? appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I’ve known Amy for ten years, and I’ve watched as she has had to adjust to changes in her health. I asked her to come on the podcast and share the ways she has changed her strategies in her home and in her thinking. My new book: Organizing for the Rest of Us Patreon Mentioned: […] The post 336: Adjusting Your Home Routines for Health Changes Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Y’all know I’ve been gardening for the first time ever. I have absolutely no idea what I’m doing, but I’m having fun! As I learn, I see so many parallels decluttering. I’m sharing these decluttering thoughts today.   Organizing for the Rest of Us My books Join us over on Patreon to support the […] The post 335: What Gardening is Teaching/Reminding Me About Decluttering appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In this episode, we discuss: getting out of project mentality stuff shifting feeling like you are the only one who can tackle the clutter The Take Your House Back course is open for registration! Get my new book: Organizing for the Rest of Us My books Join us over on Patreon to support the show. […] The post 334: Fighting the Project Mentality & Identifying Key Tasks Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I had a conversation recently and was asked if I thought the root of this problem with keeping a house under control had more to do with nature or nurture. I’ve been thinking a lot about that question since. So I thought I’d talk about it. My books Patreon   --Nony The post 333: Is it Nature or Nurture? appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In this episode we talk about: how to deal with areas that seem to collect clutter no matter what. how to deal with “his” stuff. how to handle scrapbooking and pictures when I don’t even know where to start. how cooking without a plan actually makes things harder. My new book: Organizing for the Rest […] The post 332: Creative Endeavors, Flat Surfaces, & Dealing with Other People Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I’ve learned the power of maintenance. Even before (or especially before) I got my house under control, doing maintenance tasks was key. I’ve been thinking about the need for and my resistance to maintenance tasks as spring has arrived and I see all the little projects that are popping up in our new home. My […] The post 331: The Truth About Maintenance Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In this episode, we discuss: dealing with incoming paper strategies to help teenage family members declutter involving the family in 5 minute pickups Get my new book: Organizing for the Rest of Us My books Join us over on Patreon to support the show.     --Nony The post 330: Involving the Family appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In this episode, we discuss: combining 2 households figuring out storage solutions for the things she really wants to do making progress in a time of limbo Organizing for the Rest of Us My books Join us over on Patreon to support the show.       --Nony The post 329: Applying the Decluttering Process and Principles to Your Unique Situation appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In this episode we talk about: excitement that a friend’s child commented on how tidy her house was. how she’s figured out how to maintain laundry day. having a cleaning person which isn’t a solution to being a slob. My new book: Organizing for the Rest of Us Patreon     --Nony The post 328: Decluttering Success with ADHD and a Full Time Job Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Checklists are so appealing! But sometimes, they backfire. I’m talking about how I do and don’t use checklists in today’s podcast.   Organizing for the Rest of Us My books Join us over on Patreon to support the show.         --Nony The post 327: The Truth about Checklists Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Checklists are so appealing! But sometimes, they backfire. I’m talking about how I do and don’t use checklists in today’s podcast.   Organizing for the Rest of Us My books Join us over on Patreon to support the show.     Sponsors: Get a free two week trial at prepdish.com/aslobcomesclean KiwiCo: Get 30% off […] The post 327: The Truth about Checklists appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I’m talking about the long game today. What have I done that has benefited me waaayyyyy down the road, and what can I do now that will benefit me waaaaayyyy more down the road. Get my new book: Organizing for the Rest of Us My books Join us over on Patreon to support the show. […] The post 326: Playing the Long Game in Your Home Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I’m answering questions in today’s podcast that were submitted by listeners. What do I do about stuff that piles up because I’m afraid to put it away because then I’ll forget about it? How do I prioritize decorating projects now that I’ve made decluttering progress? Does the 5 step method work for email and electronic […] The post 325: Just Follow the Strategies appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In this episode we talk about: living in a house that isn’t yours to make final decisions about. helping other people declutter without seeming pushy. dealing with the ongoing mess from toys in the living room. My new book: Organizing for the Rest of Us Patreon     --Nony The post 324: Making Decluttering Progress While Embracing your Imperfect Situation appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

More than perfectionism, I fight what’s-the-point-ism. I have had to come up with ways to help myself understand the point of doing less than a perfect job, and motivate myself to do what I can. Organizing for the Rest of Us My books Join us over on Patreon to support the show.     […] The post 323: Perfectionism vs What’s-the-Point-Ism appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In today’s podcast, we discuss: when it’s okay to buy an empty shelf. how to cut down on paper. cutting back on what we bring into our homes. My new book: Organizing for the Rest of Us (get the flow chart here) My books Want to be a patron of the show? Find out how […] The post 322: Wouldn’t it Be Easier to Add More Shelves? Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

I’m answering some decluttering questions: What about stuff that needs to stay out because that’s the only way I remember to use it? My mother and her business have moved into my home. How do I help her? What should I do about items that are oddly shaped and don’t fit in their “container”? Can […] The post 321: Q&A: Odd Shaped Stuff, Hobby Spaces, and Other People in Your Home appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In this episode we talk about: Re-figuring out home management and daily habits when there’s a new schedule. sweeping every day when you have all hardwood/tile downstairs. getting down to the nitty-gritty deep cleaning. Take Your House Back course is open for registration! You can find out more and/or sign up here.   My new […] The post 320: Dealing with the House When Everything Is Changing appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In today’s podcast we discuss: preparing for baby’s arrival. the difference between her clutter threshold and her husband’s clutter threshold and ways to help find a balance. how best to find ways to have all her children help with decluttering. ideas on figuring out laundry day. Pre-order Organizing for the Rest of Us and fill […] The post 319: Working Together When Your Clutter Thresholds are Different Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

Do you feel the urge to make goals but don’t make them because you’ve always failed before? I’m talking about rethinking how to make goals and ways to be successful. Pre-order Organizing for the Rest of Us and fill out the form to get pre-order bonuses. The Pre-order form My books Join us over on […] The post 318: Setting Goals When You’ve Always Failed at Setting Goals Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

As we’re getting settled into our new home, I’ve realized that some things I’ve heard “normal” people say over the years make sense. They didn’t make sense to me before, and I’m now wondering why. Specifically, why have I not seen the value in flooring that “doesn’t show dirt?” Pre-order Organizing for the Rest of […] The post 317: The Appearance of Clean Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In today’s podcast we discuss: overcoming decluttering paralysis. how to begin getting the items you’re keeping in the correct location when other stuff is in those spaces? trying something in a new space first, before moving everything there. having a good mindset when decluttering after the death of a loved one so that you’re not […] The post 316: Ins and Outs of Decluttering Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

As I put up Christmas decorations in my new home, I’m reminded of the reality that everything needs a place. Not that I’m not still super-annoyed by the old “A place for everything” saying. This week, I’m sharing how I’m looking at dealing with holiday decorations as I face the reality that some of them […] The post 315: A Place for Every (Christmas) Thing appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.

In this conversation, we discuss: how to apply the container concept to the room used to store inventory for reselling. zones to help find things that are needed, but stored all over the house. how best to pare down scrapbooking. Pre-order Organizing for the Rest of Us and fill out the form to get pre-order […] The post 314: Setting Up Space to Do the Things You Want to Do Podcast appeared first on Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean.